2026 was another banner year for B&H Explora, with more people visiting our blog than ever before. To celebrate (and say thank you to) our readership, we’re looking back at some of our most read articles, spotlighting the topics and trends that interested you most in 2026.
Filmmaking 101: Camera Shot Types
By Justin Dise
Our filmmaking primer on essential shot types continues to be one of our most popular and commonly cited articles—and for good reason. An excellent resource for film school students (and filmmakers in general), this article covers the camera shot types you need to know, along with a brief description. It’s a great resource for anyone looking to solidify (or refresh) their filmmaking lexicon.
A Guide to Filters for Lenses
As ol’ Benny Frank once famously said, “In this world, nothing is certain, except death and taxes and loads of people reading B&H’s guide to lens filters.” This comprehensive conspectus is a must-read for anyone new to the world lens filters, as it breaks down everything you need to know about them, including answering important questions about filter type, application, cost, and more.
Everything You Need to Know About SD Cards
Questions about SD cards? According to the number of people who visited our SD card compendium, you’re not alone. A brief introduction to and summary of what is actually a rather complex piece of tech, this article details (in easy-to-digest terms) virtually everything you need to know about SD cards, including vital explanations on nomenclature, specifications, and more.
How to Photograph Fireworks
Although its readership fluctuated wildly between seasons, our guide to photographing fireworks still finished the year as one of our most read articles. Despite limited opportunities to put its teachings into practice, this otherwise useful guide details everything you need to know about capturing fireworks on film, including discussions on gear, important tech tips, and more.
How to a Photograph a Solar Eclipse
Similar to a fireworks show, a solar eclipse isn’t an everyday, every month (or even every year) occurrence. However, when it does happen, it’s spectacular. If you’re looking to capture that celestial spectacle on film, there’s no better resource than our article on how to photograph a solar eclipse. Make sure you read it before the next solar eclipse, which will occur on February 06, 2027.
The Biggest Product Releases According to You
If page views and clicks are a reflection of reader interest, then these are the biggest, most compelling products of the year—as evidenced by the large number of readers who read their announcements.
New MacBooks
Back in March, Apple announced a flurry of new devices that garnered big interest from our readership. Drawing the most eyeballs were the updated MacBook Pro (now available with Apple’s powerful M5 Pro and M5 Max chips) and the all-new MacBook Neo, a colorful, cost-friendlier MacBook designed for students and everyday users.
Sony RX10 V
When Sony's RX10 V camera was announced back in May, the photo world (along with our readership) took immediate notice. The long-awaited successor to Sony’s legendary RX10 camera, the RX10 V touted many of the features that made its predecessor so popular, along with a bevy of new updates and performance enhancements. The finished product was a camera that generated widespread acclaim and drew lots of interest (and excitement) from our readers.
RICOH GR IV Monochrome
Announced at the top of the year, the GR IV Monochrome is the “less colorful” variant of its pocketable predecessor, the acclaimed GR IV (which arrived six months prior). As you might’ve inferred from the camera’s epithet, the GR IV Monochrome was designed sans color filter, resulting in a specialized shooter dedicated exclusively to black-and-white photography—with enhanced tonal gradation and a distinctive monochromatic design. It's an esoteric approach to image-making that clearly struck a chord with our readership.
Tamron 35-100mm f/2.8 Di III VXD
In February, Tamron announced its new, compact 35-100mm f/2.8 Di III VXD lens. Designed for full-frame mirrorless cameras, this versatile zoom was an instant hit, thanks in part to its portrait-friendly focal length range, constant f/2.8 aperture, sharp image quality, and travel-friendly design—features that made Tamron’s new zoom an intriguing option for portrait, event, and travel photographers (not to mention an interesting topic of conversation for our readers).
GoPro MISSION 1 Series
In August, GoPro unveiled its MISSION 1 series, a new line of small yet rugged cinema cameras capable of some rather impressive feats, such as high-framerate 8K video recording and 50MP stills. With options ranging from fixed-lens models to an interchangeable-lens version, the lineup promised filmmakers all-new possibilities for capturing professional-quality footage—without the bulk of traditional cinema rigs. Add in the fact that this announcement was something of a surprise departure from GoPro’s typical freight, and it's easy to see why it caught our readers' attention.
2026 was a year of surprises—both in terms of traffic and interest. Our numbers grew, as did your appetite for topics that often surprised us. We’re grateful for your support and readership, and we look forward to serving your interests in 2027 and beyond.
